By As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to mature, scaling remains a persistent hurdle. Onomondo is stepping up to address this challenge by rethinking how connectivity should be approached in large-scale IoT deployments. With newly appointed CEO Rasmus Jensen joining Co-Founder Michael Karlsen, the company is driving forward with a fresh strategy centered around integration, intelligence, and interoperability.
Karlsen believes the fragmentation between hardware, cloud infrastructure, and connectivity has long hindered progress. Rather than treating connectivity as a secondary component, Onomondo is working to unify these pillars under what it calls “intelligent connectivity.” The goal is to eliminate traditional barriers and create an end-to-end platform where all parts of an IoT solution work seamlessly together.
Reflecting on why early expectations for IoT weren’t fully met—such as the prediction of 20 billion connected devices by 2020—Karlsen attributes the shortfall to overreliance on hardware and the industry’s initial focus on consumer gadgets. In contrast, much of today’s IoT growth is happening quietly in industrial and enterprise settings, where legacy systems often remain a barrier to integration.
To address this, Onomondo serves as a connector between legacy hardware and modern cloud infrastructure. Companies like Maersk and Carlsberg have leveraged this approach to modernize without overhauling their entire tech stack. The platform essentially acts as a universal translator, helping legacy devices communicate with newer systems while removing the burden on manufacturers to anticipate future requirements.
Karlsen points out that many IoT failures stem from treating connectivity as an afterthought. Integrating it from the beginning, he argues, is crucial for building scalable and future-ready systems. As more companies gain experience from earlier deployments, they’re learning to balance ambitious visions with the practical realities of implementation.
Partnerships also play a central role in Onomondo’s strategy. The company collaborates closely with hardware manufacturers, cloud platforms, and telecom providers to ensure that any device can connect to any network and send data to any cloud environment. Acting as a network orchestrator, Onomondo facilitates interoperability across a complex IoT ecosystem.
Rasmus Jensen, stepping into the CEO role, brings extensive experience in scaling technology companies. He’s focused on strengthening operations while maintaining the visionary path set by the founders. Jensen emphasizes the size of the opportunity ahead, citing the enormous market potential and the unique technology stack that differentiates Onomondo from its peers.
One of Jensen’s key observations is the strength of Onomondo’s founding team, especially their willingness to adapt roles to support the company’s long-term goals. This adaptability, he believes, is vital for sustainable growth and innovation in a fast-moving industry.
Security remains a pressing concern across the IoT landscape. Karlsen highlights how traditional models often place the burden of security on devices, leaving systems vulnerable. Onomondo takes a different route by aligning closely with cloud security standards, enabling adaptability as threats and regulations evolve—without depending solely on hardware upgrades.
The IoT space is also being reshaped by trends like edge computing, 5G, and sustainability. While these innovations hold promise, Karlsen urges a grounded approach. Instead of constantly chasing new technologies, he advocates for building on the proven foundation of cellular networks and integrating emerging tools where they add real value.
With its focus on intelligent connectivity, legacy system integration, and collaborative innovation, Onomondo is laying the groundwork for a more scalable and secure IoT ecosystem. Under Jensen’s leadership and with a renewed emphasis on execution, the company is well-positioned to help enterprises unlock the long-promised potential of the Internet of Things.